Mary Hood is Genesee County’s newest circuit court judge
Written by and photos by L. M. Land Featured photo: Mary Hood took the Oath of Office on a bible held by her husband. The...
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Judge issues stern sentence to convicted murderer of Mt. Morris woman
FLINT – Genesee County Prosecutor David Leyton said convicted murderer Cedric Thomas Hendrickson, 26, of Burton, received a mandatory sentence of life in prison without...
National Girls & Women in Sports Day to be celebrated in Flint Feb. 3
National Girls & Women in Sports Day in Flint, takes place on Feb. 3 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., at the International Academy of...
Birthday fundraiser highlights 9-year-old’s love for Berston
Funds raised in support of Breann’s goal will support $57,000 needed for children’s playground Flint, MI – In an inspiring display of generosity, 9-year-old Breann,...
Grace Emmanuel to host area youth for 2025 Unity Prayer on Jan. 26
Congregation and area youth will pray for safety for Genesee County Students Grace Emmanuel Baptist Church will host area youth and families on Sunday, Jan....
Hasselbring vs. City of Flint: round one
Written by and photos by L. M. Land Featured photo: Supporters of Hasselbring shared their feelings. Left to right Lily Holbrook, Percy Knapp, Board President,...
Jury convicts Flint man of multiple drug and gun felonies
Faces lengthy prison term for habitual offender status FLINT – Genesee County Prosecutor David Leyton said a jury trial concluded on Friday, January 17 with...
PawPaws Pickles: local business owned by clergy couple becomes national sensation
Written by Tanya Terry, with photos courtesy of Cindy Hines Toney and Cindy Hines, co-owners of PawsPaws Pickles, recently shared with the Courier about why...
FIM receives more than $140,000 in grants for music therapy programs for Flint-area youth
FLINT, Mich. — FIM recently received two grants to help fund its Arts-Informed Therapy (AIT) for Systems-Impacted Youth Program. The money will expand the organization’s board-certified music...
3rd Ward ambassadors announced after council seat remains vacant for months
Written by Tanya Terry Since Flint City Councilman Quincy Murphy died in September 2024 and the 3rd Ward Flint City Council seat has been vacant...